Childrens Feature Articles

Informative Childrens franchise articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors.

Partners Bring Sports Image to North Carolina

Sports-loving partners Tim Clougherty and Keith Fogleman bring Sports Image franchise to North Carolina to help youth sports and athletic programs raise money and acquire new equipment.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
12,159 Reads

Batteries Plus Bulbs CEO Russ Reynolds Thinks Outside the Battery

Batteries Plus Bulbs CEO Russ Reynolds is taking the brand in a newly expanded direction as he chases $1 billion in annual sales.

Kerry Pipes
8,780 Reads

Social Media Roundup: July 28, 2015

Social media marketing news you can use. This week: 3 free photo apps to improve your social media marketing; Millennials get more political on Facebook; website accessibility for the physically impaired; and the changing face of holiday marketing campaigns as traditional holidays lose traction among younger generations.

Daniel Lieberman
4,690 Reads 38 Shares

Meineke Car Care Exceeds Fundraising Goal at Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Meineke Car Care Donates $72,000 from Charity Golf Tournament to The Children's Miracle Network

Multi-Unit Franchisee
7,129 Reads

CEO Profile: The Dwyer Group's Mike Bidwell - from Franchisee to the C-Suite, part 2

Mike Bidwell, CEO and president of The Dwyer Group, discusses his career path from franchisee to the top of the C-suite at the 8-brand, $1 billion franchisor - larger now after acquiring Service Brands International (June 12) and The Grounds Guys of Canada (June 18).

Kerry Pipes
4,444 Reads 1 Shares

A Brand for All Seasons: Taxes and Mosquitoes Provide Year-Round Revenue

When it comes to operating multiple brands, Craig Comer has discovered that differences can attract--profits, that is, for his two very different service brands.

Helen Bond
11,532 Reads 1 Shares

2015 World Outlook: Country-By-Country Economic Forecast

2015 is starting out as a very busy year for international franchise development. U.S. franchises are exporting their brands more than at any time in history--and to more places.

William Edwards
5,566 Reads 179 Shares

Just Be-Cause: Cause Marketing is Making A Difference

Doing good is a longtime pursuit in America. You might even say it's a part of the culture. Americans love a good cause and like to help when they can.

Kerry Pipes
8,161 Reads 14 Shares

Largest Singly-Owned Domino's Franchisee in the U.S. On People And Success

Mike Orcutt left Domino's corporate for the franchisee life in 1990. He's built a great "team," achieved success, and now oversees more than 100 Domino's locations.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
36,863 Reads 44 Shares

Insight-Full: Corner Bakery's CMO Loves Neighborhoods

Diana Hovey says she came to know and love Corner Bakery Cafe over a cup of coffee at a unit in her neighborhood.

Kerry Pipes
5,066 Reads 1 Shares

6 Tips For Taking Leaps of Faith

Taking risks can pay off in big rewards. After experiencing the exhilaration and ROI of risk taking, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.

Scott Petinga
6,953 Reads 28 Shares

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NLRB Ruling Hits Home With Husband and Wife Franchisee

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is trying to change the definition of "joint employer." Here's a look at how the new ruling could impact one franchise family and, ultimately, many more.

Djenane Bartholomew
8,503 Reads 7 Shares

Building a Billion-Dollar Brand: Wingstop's Global Growth Appears to be Unstoppable

Charlie Morrison wasn't looking for a new opportunity. He was already at the helm of Pizza Inn and was the driving force behind the brand's innovative Pie Five concept.

Kerry Pipes
6,731 Reads 1 Shares

CMO Roundtable: Identifying Your Ideal Customers and Target Them Effectively

How do you identify your ideal customers, and how do you target them effectively with your marketing initiatives?

Franchise Update
4,303 Reads 1 Shares

Franchisees Testify NLRB Actions Could Shut Them Down

Franchisees testify before Senate committee that recent actions by the NLRB would significantly undermine their ability to operate and sustain their businesses - potentially forcing them to close down.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
6,017 Reads

CMO Q&A: Diana Hovey, Corner Bakery Cafe, Part 2

Diana Hovey, CMO at Corner Bakery Cafe, opens up about having the best job in the company, the importance of having a "personal touch" in franchisee recruitment, the brand's social media success, and much more.

Kerry Pipes
4,032 Reads

3 Keys To A Successful Restaurant Sale

Now is a great time to consider selling your franchise restaurant. Here are three steps that will help you get the most out of the deal.

Kevin Burke
13,842 Reads 34 Shares

3 Tips For Inheritance Planning

If you're planning to give or receive an inheritance there are three things you'll need to know. Financial consultants say proper planning will help you and loved ones avoid regrets.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
10,607 Reads

To Protect and to Serve: Sam Anabi has a Track Record of Helping Others

Sam Anabi has always gained satisfaction from helping others. The former La Verne, Calif. police officer found great fulfillment in law enforcement before an injury changed his career-path.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
23,426 Reads 12 Shares

Winning Hearts: Keeping It Simple at Golden Corral

When David Gronewoller was asked to be part of this "Dominators" issue, the Golden Corral franchisee expressed sincere surprise.

Helen Bond
11,369 Reads 1 Shares

Community Come Together

Two diverse partners blend together to be active in their Checkers franchiser business and their community.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
7,673 Reads

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Giving Back, Big-Time: Former Police Officer Still Assists Those In Need

Sam Anabi's time as a police officer in La Verne, Calif., laid the foundation for his business focus of helping those in need.

Debbie Selinsky
7,131 Reads

People Centered: Guests and Staff Both Reap the Rewards

Craig Joy, who works side by side with employees on the sandwich line at his Checkers restaurants in Florida, is known for his people-driven approach to business and the high retention rate of what he calls his "incredible team."

Debbie Selinsky
8,011 Reads

Leading by Example: Partners Care for Employees and Community

Checkers co-franchisees Bruce Keehn and Andrew Lynn don't seek photo ops or newspaper articles about all the good they do in their communities.

Debbie Selinsky
7,951 Reads 8 Shares

6 Takeaways for Stay-at-Home Business Operators

Veteran entrepreneur shares tips for balancing business and personal life while working from home. She's a serial entrepreneur who offers advice for maintaining professionalism in business without sacrificing or feeling guilty about your family.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
5,751 Reads 1,023 Shares

6 Ways To Live Like a Boss

So, do you want to live your life like a boss, calling the shots and living on top? Consider living life like a boss.

Jen Lawrence
7,414 Reads

American Dreamer: Sharing the Wealth with Employees and Community

Nachhattar Chandi is not exaggerating when he describes his story as one that began with "colossal odds" and resulted in "triumph."

Debbie Selinsky
7,118 Reads 1 Shares

A Valued Leader: Craig Joy Takes Care of Guests and His Employees

You'll find Craig Joy with his sleeves rolled up working alongside his employees at his Checkers restaurants in Florida. The multi-unit franchisee takes a people-driven approach to running his business and, as a result, maintains a very high retention rate for his employees.